Marilyn Rose Popelka Obituary
The family announces the passing of Marilyn Rose Popelka of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on July 18, 2026. Marilyn Rose, born on July 23, 1934, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George Svec and Rose Svec (Lana); her husband David Popelka; her brother Gary Svec; and her sister-in-law Mary Dykhuizen (Bill).
She is survived by: her children, Jim Popelka (Julie), Karen Vondracek (Craig) and Tom Popelka (Becky); her grandchildren, Jessica Mersch (Clint), Jacob Popelka, Jocelyn Johnston (Zach), Austin Vondracek (Leah), Leesha Murray (Jamie) and Bryce Popelka (Morgan Bennett); her great grandchildren, Brecken, Maxton Mersch, Ford, Helen, Alden, Thatcher Vondracek, Brooklyn Popelka, Lakelan, Willa, Harlow Murray and Cora Johnston; and her sister-in-law Judy Svec. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be directed to Radiant Church.
